Being an actor in Hollywood is tough. Being an ethnic actor in Hollywood? Near impossible. As an Arab-American woman, not only am I a minority in this country but even more so in the field of film and television. It’s funny, anytime I tell someone I am an Arab-American actress, I get the same...

Being an actor in Hollywood is tough. Being an ethnic actor in Hollywood? Near impossible. As an Arab-American woman, not only am I a minority in this country but even more so in the field of film and television. It’s... Continue reading

I have long been a believer that you make your own luck in this world. Hard work, determination and an assured sense of self will take you far. With Oprah ending her reign as the Daytime Talk Show Queen this week, I am reminded of a quote I heard her say many years ago and it has always stuc...

I have long been a believer that you make your own luck in this world. Hard work, determination and an assured sense of self will take you far. With Oprah ending her reign as the Daytime Talk Show Queen this... Continue reading

Being that this is my inaugural post as the newest blogger for Backstage Unscripted, I figured it’s probably best to introduce myself and let you know how it is that I landed on your computer screen. My name is Tamara Dhia. I am an actress/writer currently living in sunny Los Angeles by way of...

Being that this is my inaugural post as the newest blogger for Backstage Unscripted, I figured it’s probably best to introduce myself and let you know how it is that I landed on your computer screen. My name is Tamara Dhia. I am an actress/writer currently living in sunny Los Angeles by way of...

Being that this is my inaugural post as the newest blogger for Backstage Unscripted, I figured it’s probably best to introduce myself and let you know how it is that I landed on your computer screen. My name is Tamara... Continue reading